Summer Social featuring the Gutsy Pickleball Classic

August 13, 2026

This year, we’re leveling up our annual Summer Social by keeping what you love of good music, great food & drinks, community connections, raffles, and games as well as introducing a brand-new tradition: the Gutsy Pickleball Classic. Whether you’re a pickleball pro or just here for the drinks, there is a spot for you at Summer Social!

What to Expect? 
​Enjoy a dazzling evening of great food & drinks, music, fun raffles & games, community connections & networking, a moving rising star program featuring a Rising Star Medical Professional and Rising Star Young Professional, community vendors, and watch or play in our Gutsy Pickleball Classic tournament. This is set to be a night you won't forget! 

The Gutsy Pickleball Classic
Think you’ve got what it takes to be the first-ever Gutsy Champion? Grab a partner and hit the courts for a cause! Team registrations include a ticket for the duo into our annual Summer Social, entry into the tournament with 2 games guaranteed, dinner & 1 drink ticket per player, entertainment, music, and so much more. Team entry fee is $140.

You can pay your entry fee directly or use our fundraising resources to raise your $140! Want to make an even bigger impact for the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation? We have awesome swag and bonus perks for players who reach higher fundraising milestones!

Partier Attendee Tickets
​If your "backhand" is better suited for holding a cold drink, grab an Party Pass Attendee Ticket! You’ll get full access to the party, the vendors & festival, raffles & games, dinner, and the best seats in the house for great music and to cheer on the tournament—all while supporting the Foundation’s mission.

The Evening's Schedule: 
5pm: Registration, Bar, & Raffles Open
5pm: Pre-game Warm-Up Opportunity & Pickleball Lesson Opportunity 
5:15pm: Opening Ceremony that kicks off the Music & Fun
5:30pm: First Pickleball Game
7:30pm Rising Star Program Intermission
8:30pm Estimated Finale Game with Raffle Winners and Tourney winners announced
9pm Event Close

For more information

Web: Summer Social Website

Phone: 646-819-2330

Email: Event Coordinator